Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Sony HX20V
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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Sony HX20V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 687g - 131 x 97 x 126mm
- Released January 2012
- Superseded the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
- Replacement is Fujifilm HS35EXR
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Announced July 2012
- Older Model is Sony HX10V
- Successor is Sony HX30V
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Here is a extensive assessment of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") and HX20V (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm HS30EXR was announced 6 months prior to the HX20V so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm HS30EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm HS30EXR grades versus the HX20V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Sony HX20V Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS30EXR over the Sony HX20V
| Fujifilm HS30EXR | HX20V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Sony HX20V over the Fujifilm HS30EXR
| HX20V | Fujifilm HS30EXR | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+462k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Sony HX20V
| Fujifilm HS30EXR | HX20V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2012 |  | July 2012 | Same age |
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Sony HX20V Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm HS30EXR provides exterior dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) while the Sony HX20V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Sony HX20V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm HS30EXR compared to the HX20V.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and HX20V is 59 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Sony HX20V Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and HX20V.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm HS30EXR using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony HX20V will show greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively.
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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Sony HX20V Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2012-01-05 | 2012-07-20 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | EXR | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 460k dot | 922k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor with Sunny Day mode | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.10 m (Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m ) | 7.10 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 687 grams (1.51 pounds) | 254 grams (0.56 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 131 x 97 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 320 photographs |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W126 | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat）) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $430 | $397 |